Large Beast, Unaligned
Armor Class 14 Natural armor
Hit Points 100 (8d10)
Speed 50 ft., Climb 40 ft.
STR
14 (+2)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
10 (+0)
INT
3 (-4)
WIS
14 (+2)
CHA
7 (-2)
Skills Perception +4, Stealth +4
Senses Darkvision 100ft, Passive Perception 14
Languages --
Challenge 4 (1,100 XP)
Proficiency Bonus +2
Traits

Keen Smell. The catcus has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.

Pounce. If the catcus moves at least 20 feet straight toward a creature and then hits it with a claw attack on the same turn, that target must succeed on a DC 12 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone. If the target is prone, the catcus can make one bite attack against it as a bonus action.

Thorny Skin. If a character makes a physical attack on the catcus with a short range weapon they must make a DC 10 Dexterity saving throw to avoid the thorn, and take 1d4 piercing damage if fail.

Actions

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 1d12 + 2 piercing damage.
Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 1d10 + 2 slashing damage.

Description

The catcus is a large cat creature, about 20 ft tall, and with skin like that of a cactus - tough, green, and thorny. It generally does not attack unless threatened or its eggs are in danger. Lays eggs about 8 feet in diameter that are grouped in the sand and very valuable to harvest.

Monster Tags: Misc Creature

Habitat: Desert

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